Meet Our Team
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Emmett Pensa Bowen, RP (Qualifying) Counsellor in Training
(he/him)
In working with Emmett, you will find an inclusive, calm and welcoming space, to explore and strengthen your connection to what’s most important to you. Whether you are an individual, family or couple, your unique journey of self-exploration and wellness will be valued and supported here.
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Zaamilah Balasubramaniam, RP (Qualifying); Certified Yoga Therapist (CYT)
(she/her)
Zaamilah brings connection, collaboration and compassion to her work with adults, youth and children. Zaamilah is very anti-oppression and anti-racist oriented, bringing her own lived experience to her work within diverse BIPOC communities. As a Certified Yoga Therapist, Zaamilah brings mindfulness, body awareness and a holistic approach to helping you on the path to where you want to be.
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Theresa Roberson, MSW, RSW
(she/her)
Theresa is a skilled and experienced counsellor, who brings connection, understanding and growth to the therapy process. With Theresa’s non-judgemental and collaborative nature, you will feel heard, seen, and valued. You’ll find yourself in a safe, grounding space where healing the past, and stabilizing the present, can help you move increasingly toward the future you desire.
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Victoria Bowman, MSW, RSW
(she/her)
Life is too precious to be overshadowed by fear. Victoria understands this deeply, creating a safe and supportive environment where you can embrace and move towards the fullness of your life. Drawing on her diverse experience and collaborative approach, Victoria helps you connect with your unique strengths and move confidently through all areas of your life.
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Taylor Smith, RP (Qualifying)
(she/her)
You deserve a life that feels fulfilling and meaningful. Taylor, provides a safe space to feel heard, valued, and where you can be unapologetically you. Taylor offers a warm and collaborative space where together, you can take the steps needed to identify your goals, navigate challenges and celebrate achievements as you work towards reaching your goals.
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Peta Stinson, RP (Qualifying) Counsellor in Training
(she/her)
Peta believes healing unfolds by exploring your story, tapping into your strengths, and uncovering your unique path to change. She fosters a warm, collaborative space where you can feel empowered to be unapologetically yourself. Peta helps you identify goals, navigate challenges, and celebrate your progress, towards a fulfilling and meaningful life.
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Dana Kamin, MSW, RSW
(they/them, she/her)
Having witnessed and navigated many experiences of trauma healing, Dana brings a deep passion and commitment to supporting you on your journey from surviving to thriving. As an experienced therapist, and clinic owner of ThriveWell Counselling, Dana understands the many complexities of trauma. Dana creates a compassionate, safe, nonjudgmental and collaborative space where together, you can take the next steps in your journey towards resilience and healing.
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Sandy Lim (Admin Support)
(she/her)
Sandy Lim is the Administrative Coordinator here at ThriveWell Counselling. Sandy has a passion for supporting mental health and wellness, and plays a vital role handling many of the essential behind-the-scenes tasks. With Sandy’s trusted support in the background, you and your therapist can truly focus on what matters most, your wellness journey!
Strengthen relationships with yourself and others
ThriveWell Counselling offers individual, couples and family counselling. Whether processing challenging childhood experiences, gaining greater confidence and self-awareness, or working to define and reach your goals, ThriveWell Counselling helps you move from surviving to thriving.
ThriveWell’s services are geared to work alongside you to reduce and heal the impacts of all that you have experienced or struggled with.. Our practitioners use a range of evidence-based, trauma-informed clinical approaches, working with diverse needs, from anti-oppressive/anti-racist and strengths-based perspectives.